The COJO Championship Event Announces Tractor Supply Company As Its 2025 Presenting Sponsor

Press Release • September 10, 2025

The COJO Championship Event Announces Tractor Supply Company As Its 2025 Presenting Sponsor

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The COJO Championship Event announced today that Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, will serve as its 2025 presenting sponsor. The multi-day event, hosted by multi-platinum recording artist Cody Johnson, will take place October 7-12, 2025 in Belton, Texas at the Cadence Bank Center Arena. A true celebration of the values that define Western American lifestyle, The COJO Championship Event will once again bring together top-tier rodeo competition, music and the community, while benefitting the Texas FFA.

"We're thrilled to partner with Tractor Supply as the presenting sponsor for this year's event," Cody Johnson said. "Tractor Supply has always been about supporting the rural lifestyle, hard work, and staying true to your roots, which are values that align perfectly with what The COJO is all about."

"We're thrilled to be part of the COJO Championship, which combines our passion for rodeo with our commitment to FFA," said Kimberley Gardiner, Chief Marketing Officer at Tractor Supply. "For 40 years, we've proudly supported FFA in preparing students for leadership, growth and career success. Teaming up with Cody is a powerful way to honor that legacy."

As presenting sponsor, Tractor Supply will have a strong presence throughout the event, including on-site activations and brand integration across the competition, auction and after-party. As one of the largest funders of FFA, this collaboration further underscores Tractor Supply's deep-rooted commitment to supporting country music, the rural lifestyle and the communities it serves.

Produced by Ullman Peterson Events, The COJO Championship Event continues Cody's mission to preserve tradition, give back and bring people together. With Tractor Supply leading the way as presenting sponsor, the 2025 event promises not only to honor the legacy of Western heritage, but to inspire the next generation of fans, competitors and community leaders. More details on tickets, performances, programming and sponsors can be found at cojoteamroping.com.

About Cody Johnson

Cody Johnson has established a following of passionately loyal fans who regularly sell out shows across the country. The artist that media has touted "just might be the future of real country music" has skyrocketed success with numerous celebrated albums: Leather Deluxe Edition, Leather, Human The Double Album, A Cody Johnson Christmas, Cody Johnson & The Rockin' CJB Live, and Ain't Nothin' To It plus an award-winning feature-length documentary Dear Rodeo: The Cody Johnson Story. Cody has 42 Gold and Platinum certifications, nearly 10 billion career global streams and four #1 singles.

Cody's #1 single "Dirt Cheap," written by Josh Philips, was awarded as Storyteller of The Year at the "People's Choice Country Awards" and "The Painter" was awarded as the NSAI 2024 Song of The Year for writers Benjy Davis, Kat Higgins and Ryan Larkins. Both #1 hits are included on Cody's current album Leather Deluxe Edition.

His numerous industry honors include recognition as a CMT Artist of The Year, two ACM Awards, three CMT Music Awards wins, four CMA Awards including Album of The Year (2024) for Leather, and being named "Best New Country Artist" at the iHeart Music and recognized with the Spirit award at the 2025 ACM Honors event. His television appearances have entertained fans on the Today Show, the Kelly Clarkson Show and the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in addition to outstanding live TV performances at the iHeart Music Awards, the ACM Awards, CMA Awards, CMT Music Awards, CMT Giants honoring Vince Gill, and the CMT Artist of the Year Special and more.

About Tractor Supply Company

For more than 85 years, Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO) has been passionate about serving the needs of recreational farmers, ranchers, homeowners, gardeners, pet enthusiasts and all those who enjoy living Life Out Here. Tractor Supply is the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the U.S., ranking 296 on the Fortune 500. The Company's more than 52,000 Team Members are known for delivering legendary service and helping customers pursue their passions, whether that means being closer to the land, taking care of animals or living a hands-on, DIY lifestyle. In store and online, Tractor Supply provides what customers need - anytime, anywhere, any way they choose at the low prices they deserve.

As part of the Company's commitment to caring for animals of all kinds, Tractor Supply is proud to include Petsense by Tractor Supply, a pet specialty retailer, and Allivet, a leading online pet pharmacy, in its family of brands. Together, Tractor Supply is able to provide comprehensive solutions for pet care, livestock wellness and rural living, ensuring customers and their animals thrive. From its stores to the customer's doorstep, Tractor Supply is here to serve and support Life Out Here.

As of June 28, 2025, the Company operated 2,335 Tractor Supply stores in 49 states and 207 Petsense by Tractor Supply stores in 23 states. For more information, visit www.tractorsupply.com and www.Petsense.com.